Definition

An action or measure taken to prepare for something, often involving supplies or conditions that are necessary for a particular purpose.

Example

The company made a provision for employee training in the budget.

Conversation

Did you check the provision list for our camping trip?

Not yet, but I hope we have enough food and supplies.

I think we should add some snacks to the provision list just in case.

Good idea! Snacks always make camping more fun.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To supply someone or something with necessary items or resources, especially food or equipment.

Example

The organization will provision the remote camp with food and supplies for the winter.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that they need someone to provision the camping trip next weekend?

Yeah, I saw that! I can help with that if you want.

Great! We need to make sure we have enough food and supplies.

Root Explanation

Provision → It is formed from "pro-" (meaning for or in favor of) and "visio" (from Latin, meaning sight or seeing). The word "provision" refers to the act of providing or supplying something, often in anticipation of future needs.

Memory Tip

Think of 'for' ('pro-') and 'sight' ('visio') — this helps you remember that provision means to supply something in anticipation of what is needed.

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